A positive skills assessment is a mandatory requirement for skilled migration under Australia's general skilled migration and employer-sponsored visa programs. Skills assessments involve evaluating an applicant's qualifications and/or employment against the suitability of a nominated occupation.
Below is a list of some of the visas that require applicants to provide a positive skills assessment:
Different assessing bodies evaluate the suitability of various occupations. For instance, if an applicant wishes to obtain a skills assessment for an Accounting degree, CPA, CA, or IPA can provide the assessment. Some occupations require work experience upon completion of the degree or qualification, while others may not.
Applicants are responsible for obtaining the required skills assessment, and each assessing body has its own processes, procedures, criteria, timeframes, and charges.
We understand the importance of obtaining a positive skills assessment for eligible visa applications and how complex the process can be, especially for first-time applicants. That's why our team of experienced registered migration agents is here to support you throughout the entire process. From preparing documents and lodging the assessment application to ultimately receiving a positive outcome, we're here to guide you every step of the way.
OSHC stands for Overseas Student Health Cover, and it is a health insurance policy designed for international students studying in Australia. All international students are required to have OSHC for the entire duration of their academic course in Australia.
You can choose your OSHC provider from a list of approved health insurance providers. At Guide2Success Education & Migration Services, we partner with some of the most popular OSHC providers in Australia, giving you the flexibility to choose the coverage that meets your needs.
OSHC covers most medical and hospital expenses, including doctor consultations, ambulance services, hospital treatment, and prescription medicines. However, it does not cover general treatments such as optical, dental, or physiotherapy. You can purchase OSHC Extras to cover these treatments.
OVHC stands for Overseas Visitor Health Cover, and it is a health insurance policy designed for international visitors and workers in Australia. If you are applying for a visitor visa or a work visa in Australia, you are required to have OVHC for the duration of your stay.
Yes, you can switch from OSHC to OVHC or vice versa. If you are an international student and are applying for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485), you will need to switch from OSHC to OVHC to meet the health requirements. Our team can assist you in choosing the right health insurance policy based on your requirements and visa application.